Announcements

About the Special Collection

Trends in Social Sciences and Humanities Research (TSSHR) is pleased to announce a call for Guest Editor(s) to lead a forthcoming Special Collection on Digital Transformation and Sustainable Development in Social Sciences and Humanities . We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic scholar to take on the role of Lead Guest Editor , with the option to co-edit with one or two colleagues.

About the Journal

TSSHR is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research across the social sciences, economics, and humanities. The journal is indexed by CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) and Google Scholar , ensuring broad visibility and impact for published work.

Guest Editor Responsibilities

As Lead Guest Editor, you will:

  • Define the scope and focus of the Special Collection in consultation with the editorial office.

  • Promote the Call for Papers within your professional network and on academic platforms.

  • Manage the submission and peer-review process (assigned editorial office support will handle administrative and technical tasks).

  • Make final decisions on manuscript acceptance based on peer-review reports.

  • Write an editorial introduction summarizing the collection’s contributions and significance.

Benefits of Being a Guest Editor

  • Recognition : Your name and affiliation will be prominently featured as Guest Editor on the Special Collection homepage and all related materials.

  • Career development : Gain editorial experience and enhance your academic leadership profile.

  • Networking : Build connections with leading scholars in your field.

  • Professional certificate : A formal certificate of service as Guest Editor will be issued upon completion.

  • Discounted publication fee : Your own contribution (if any) to the Special Collection will be published at a discounted rate (please contact the editorial office for the specific discount percentage).

Eligibility Criteria

We invite applications from scholars who:

  • Hold a PhD in social sciences, economics, humanities, or related fields.

  • Have a strong publication record in areas relevant to digital transformation, sustainable development, governance, cultural heritage, or related topics.

  • Have previous editorial experience (preferred but not required).

  • Are able to communicate effectively in English (working language).

How to Apply

To apply for the Guest Editor position, please send the following documents to tsshr@upubjournals.com by 15 August 2026 :

  1. Curriculum Vitae (including full publication list).

  2. A brief proposal (1–2 pages) outlining:

    • Your vision for the Special Collection.

    • Potential topics and subtopics.

    • A preliminary list of potential contributors (if any).

  3. A short statement describing your editorial experience and motivation for serving as Guest Editor.

Timeline 

 Application Deadline   15 August 2026
 Selection Notification  25 August 2026
 Special Collection Submission Opens   1 September 2026
Special Collection Submission Deadline   30 October 2026 (tentative)
   

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:

Editorial Office, TSSHR
Email: tsshr@upubjournals.com
Official Website: https://upubjournals.com/tsshr